Multi-Faceted Exploration of Lignocellulosic Biomass: From Physicochemical Fundamental to Advanced Bioconversion and Waste Valorization Techniques

Abstract

One of the world's most abundant and renewable resources, lignocellulosic biomass has vast potential for the development of sustainable material and energy. This review will take a multi-faceted approach to the exploration of lignocellulosic biomass, starting with the physicochemical fundamentals, including its complex structural components: cellulose, lignin and hemicellulose. These components pose significant challenges to its efficient utilization, demanding advanced pretreatment and bioconversion technologies. Advanced bioconversion processes are addressed, such as using microbial and chemical processes to utilize biomass to form useful products like chemicals, biofuels, and bio-based materials. Additionally, waste valorization techniques are looked at, recovering high-value compounds from lignocellulosic residues to reduce waste and enhance economic viability. By combining physicochemical insights with advanced bioprocessing and valorization strategies, this paper outlines a holistic approach toward the transformation of lignocellulosic biomass into sustainable solutions, addressing both environmental and economic concerns.